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Keeping the Peace
If you’re interested in working in any of the following fields:
- Law Enforcement
- Corrections
- Private security
… our Administration of Justice degree is for you. We’ll prepare you for these fields with both academic and technical knowledge from faculty who have the real-world experience.
Just the facts
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Administration of Justice takes two years to complete (four semesters). The program will expose you to core classes like “Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedure” and “Special Enforcement Topics” and others.
Those who have experience at formal training academies may receive credits that are equivalent to RCC’s administration of justice courses. Check with an RCC counselor for details.
Curriculum
| First Semester | ||||
| Course # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
| ADJ 100 | Survey of Criminal Justice | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MTH | 100 Level of Higher Math1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Social Science Elective2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| ADJ 227 | Constitutional Law | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Semester Total | 16 | 0 | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||||
| Course # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
| ADJ 201 or SOC 236 | Criminology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Social Science Elective2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| ADJ 236 | Principles of Criminal Investigation | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Elective3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| ITE 100 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester Total | 18 | 0 | 18 | |
| Third Semester | ||||
| Course # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
| ADJ 140 | Intro to Corrections. | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADJ 105 or SOC 235 | The Juvenile Justice System or Juvenile Delinquency | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADJ 116 | Special Enforcement. Topics | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HLT/PED | Health/Physical Education Elective4 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| CST 100 or BUS 236 | Principles of Public Speaking or Communication in Management | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Approved Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | 2 | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||||
| Course # | Title | Lecture | Lab | Credit |
| HLT 121 | Intro to Drug Use and Abuse | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADJ 211 | Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedure | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADJ 225 | Courts and the Admin. of Justice | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HLT/PED | Health / Physical Education Elective 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Elective 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Elective 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | 2 | 16 | |
Total Minimum Credits: 61
1 Courses used to fulfill this requirement: HIS 121, 122, 111, 112, 101, and 102
2 MTH 161 and MTH 245 are strongly recommended and are more universally transferable. Students should consult with their academic advisor to select math courses required by their desired degree at their transfer institution.
3 BIO 101 strongly recommended. Laboratory courses include BIO, CHM, PHY, GOL
4 Courses used to fulfill this requirement: HUM, MUS, ART, PHI, REL, ENG (lit). MUS and ART cannot be skills based
5 Courses used to fulfill this requirement: ENG 241, 242, 243, 244, 251, 252, 255 or 210
6 May replace with ECO 120. Students should consult with their academic advisor to select courses required by their desired degree at their transfer institution.
7 Students should consult with their academic advisor to select courses required by their desired degree at their transfer institution.
8 May replace with PLS 135. Students should consult with their academic advisor to select courses required by their desired degree at their transfer institution.
FAQs
The Frequently Asked Question section for this program is coming soon.
- To learn more about the program, or to have your specific questions answered, please fill out the contact form below.
How to Apply
Getting Started at RCC:
- Apply online or in person.
- Have your official high school transcripts sent to RCC to see if you can use your high school grades to substitute for a placement test. If you need to take a placement test, Placement tests cost $5 and scores are good for two years. Call a counselor at 804-758-6730 (Glenns Campus) or 804-333-6730 for more information.
- Complete your Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) and add RCC School Code 009160
- Meet with a counselor to review your placement test scores and register for class.
Printable Advising Sheet
Download this PDF, which will give you a complete view of all of the classes required. Check off boxes as you complete each class and keep track of your progress.
Program Cost
Starting in the Fall 2017 semester, classes will cost $141.75 per credit hour
- Get complete payment options at our Tuition and Fees section.
Catalog Note
Contact Us
Do you have questions about our Associate Of Applied Science Degree: Administration Of Justice program? Fill out the form and we’ll send you more information about the program, and an RCC counselor will be in touch to follow up.
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